Lao sausage facts for kids
Sai oua
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| Alternative names | Sai oua, sai ua |
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| Type | Sausage |
| Place of origin | Laos |
| Region or state | Nationwide |
| Main ingredients | Pork, Beef |
Lao sausage, also known as Laotian sausage or sai oua, is a super popular type of sausage from Laos. It's made from pork that's chopped up and mixed with lots of yummy spices. These spices include lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, shallots, cilantro, chili peppers, garlic, salt, sticky rice, and fish sauce.
Sai oua is a special name for this sausage. It literally means "stuffed intestine" in the Lao language. This spicy sausage first came from Luang Prabang, a city in Laos. Luang Prabang used to be the royal capital of an old kingdom called Lan Xang (which existed from 1353 to 1707). Many people think Luang Prabang is the birthplace of Lao culture and its amazing food.
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What is Lao Sausage?
Lao sausage is a general name for sausages made in the Lao style. You can find them all over Laos, and also in Northern and Northeastern Thailand. The way it's made and the spices used give it a unique and delicious flavor. It's a favorite food for many people in these areas.
Different Kinds of Sai Oua
There are two main types of Sai oua that people enjoy in Laos:
Sai Oua Moo (Pork Sausage)
This is the most common type of sai oua. The name sai oua moo means "stuffed pork sausage." A very old recipe for sai oua moo was written down by Phia Sing (1898-1967). He was a special chef and master of ceremonies for the king of Laos. His handwritten recipes were put into a book for the first time in 1981. This means the recipe for this tasty sausage has been around for a long, long time!
Sai Oua Kwai (Water Buffalo Sausage)
This type of sai oua is made with water buffalo meat instead of pork. The name sai oua kwai means "stuffed water buffalo sausage." It's another delicious way to enjoy this traditional dish.
Other Sausages in Lao Cuisine
Lao food has many different kinds of sausages! Besides sai oua, some other popular ones include:
- Sai gork: This is a sour Lao sausage.
- Sai gork wan: This one is a sweet sausage.
- Sai gork leuat: This is a type of blood sausage.
- Naem: Another kind of sour sausage.
- Mam: This is a beef liver sausage.
